Food or Drink

DO NOT EAT OR DRINK ANYTHING AFTER MIDNIGHT THE DAY BEFORE YOUR SURGERY (INCLUDING GUM OR MINTS). If your surgeon gave you different instructions please follow those orders.

Medications

Routine oral medications should be taken with a sip of water on the day of surgery. If you normally take blood pressure, heart or seizure medications, take as directed by your surgeon. If you are a diabetic on either oral medications or Insulin, please consult your physician for specific instructions for the day of surgery. If you use an inhaler or migraine medication, bring it with you to the Surgery Center. Notify your physician if you are taking, herbs, vitamins or diet supplements and follow the instructions given to you.